My daughter is a happy baby, because she is surrounded by love. She is full of giggles and smiles. She will get over the house not being decorated for Valentine's Day. A day of love and friendship isn't needed in our house, because we celebrate love and friendship every day.
I also reminded myself that even though I forgot to decorate for the hallmark holiday, there was a point this week where I was the closest thing to superwoman that exists. I was answering a press inquiry, while dancing to entertain my kid and teaching her a word in Spanish. I also reminded myself of the text message I got from my aunt after she saw me quoted in the newspaper. Her text said, "your mom would be proud." I reminded myself that for every one thing I didn't get done this week, there were ten things I did get done. I decided I needed to give myself a present this V-Day. I needed to give myself some self-love.
Mothers do not do this enough. We are our own worst critics. We hold ourselves to unreasonable standards. We want what is best for our babies, but sometimes we forget that what is best for our children is to be healthy and happy ourselves.
I love my husband, I love my daughter, and this year, I am remembering to love myself too.
Happy Valentine's Day Mamas!
